Surgery - General Physician Needed

Thoracic Surgeon Position Summary

We are seeking a board-certified Thoracic Surgeon to join our Thoracic Surgery Associates team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in robotic and minimally invasive thoracic surgery and will contribute to clinical, strategic, and programmatic growth, including leadership of a high-performing thoracic oncology program.

This position offers the opportunity to play a central role in expanding thoracic surgical services and advancing clinical quality, patient experience, and system-wide excellence.

Perform complex thoracic procedures with a focus on lung surgery, including:

Minimum of 58 years of post-training experience preferred

Advanced skills and formal credentialing in:

da Vinci robotic surgery

Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS)

Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with thoracic surgical conditions

Academic / Research

Board Certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery

Demonstrated ability to contribute to academic programs, teaching, and clinical research

Participate in multidisciplinary tumor boards and care conferences

Collaborate with medical oncology, radiation oncology, pulmonology, radiology, pathology, and primary care

Facilitate appropriate referrals and continuity of care

Quality and Patient Experience

Support quality improvement and patient safety initiatives

Participate in peer review and quality assurance activities

Participate in an equitable call rotation

Provide consultation and emergency thoracic surgical services as needed

Director of Minimally Invasive and Robotic Thoracic Surgery FTE Breakdown

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Support growth and expansion of thoracic surgery services

Direct the strategic vision and standardized care pathways of the thoracic surgery service line.

Completion of accredited General Surgery residency

Completion of accredited Thoracic/Cardiothoracic Surgery fellowship

Board Certified in Thoracic Surgery

Eligible for unrestricted California medical license

DEA registration and hospital privileging eligibility

Strong clinical and surgical judgment

Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary care model

Commitment to high-quality, safe, patient-centered care

Integrated multispecialty medical group environment

Access to advanced imaging, oncology, pulmonology, and critical care

Active multidisciplinary thoracic oncology program

Emphasis on minimally invasive and robotic thoracic surgery

Focus on coordinated, high-quality patient care

Participation in system-wide thoracic oncology initiatives

Signing bonus

Robust retirement plan

Relocation assistance

Sutter West Bay Medical Group (SWBMG) is a premier multispecialty group with approximately 380 physicians in the San Francisco Bay Area. In partnership with Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation (SPMF), physicians practice in a collaborative environment supported by strong administrative infrastructure, enabling a focus on high-quality patient care.

Community Information

San Francisco is a leading cultural and financial center known for its diversity, innovation, and access to world-class dining, arts, and outdoor activities. The region offers a unique opportunity to care for a diverse population with complex medical needs.

Sutter West Bay Medical Group is committed to equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals and prohibits discrimination based on protected characteristics. Sutter Medical Group of the Redwoods